What is the cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Boston is to subway which costs $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Boston?

The fastest way to get from Harvard University to Boston is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $14 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate and arriving at Lechmere. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Harvard University and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harvard and arriving at Park Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Harvard University to Boston?

The distance between Harvard University and Boston is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Harvard University to Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Harvard University to Boston without a car is to subway which takes 15 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Harvard University to Boston?

The subway from Harvard to Park Street takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Boston bus from?

Harvard University to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, depart from Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate station.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Boston train from?

Harvard University to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Harvard station.

Where does the Harvard University to Boston bus arrive?

Harvard University to Boston bus services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Lechmere station.

Where does the Harvard University to Boston train arrive?

Harvard University to Boston train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Park Street station.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1557+ hotels available in Boston.

Harvard University to Boston - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 69 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Harvard University to Boston by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Harvard to Park Streetsubway Red Line
15 min
$3
Line 69 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate to Lechmerebus 69
20 min
$1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harvard University to Bostontaxi 3.6 mi
9 min
$14–17
Walk
1. Take the foot from Harvard University to Bostonwalk 3.5 mi
1h 7m

Harvard University to Boston by foot and subway

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Harvard University, MA, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

MBTA operates a subway from Harvard to Park Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, MBTA operates a bus from Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate to Lechmere every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 16 min.

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